Burachapori Wildlife Sanctuary

About Burachapori Wildlife Sanctuary:

• Location: It is located on the southern bank of the river Brahmaputra in the Sonitpur district, Assam.
• It is actually a part of the Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary. Though these two wildlife sanctuaries in Assam have two different names, they are ecologically and geographically a singular entity.
• The area was declared a Reserved forest in 1974; it became a sanctuary in 1995.
• Vegetation: It comprises of a mosaic of wet alluvial grassland, riparian and semi-evergreen forests dotted by wetland and river systems.
• Flora:
  • A unique vegetation of this sanctuary is the abundance of freshwater mangrove trees.
  • There are many species of trees and medicinal plants in the sanctuary. Trees like simul, korai, ajar and hijal etc are found in the area.
• Fauna:
  • It is well known for the Bengal Florican and One-horned Rhinoceros that was once on the verge of extinction.
  • Other important wildlife include otter, civet cat, leopard cat, Asiatic buffalo, wild boar and barking deer.

Q1) What is a Wildlife Sanctuary?

A wildlife sanctuary is a place where animals’ habitats and surroundings are safeguarded from harm. Animal capture, slaughter, and poaching are all severely forbidden in certain areas. They want to provide the animals with a nice place to live. With lush woods, vast rivers, and high, gorgeous mountains, India boasts amazing wildlife sanctuaries.

Source: Assam CM Sarma shares pics after successful eviction drive at Burachapori Wildlife Sanctuary